It was a chance to get real world experience and be a part of a team. You definitely learn a lot more working hands on rather than sitting in a class room. Everyone from the bottom up is willing to help if you don't understand something.
What I wish was different
I almost wish I had gotten the internship later in my college career as it is taxing doing both for 4 years. You also may feel like what you are learning in classes do not quite match what you are doing in work and can be a school motivation killer.
Advice
Try and apply. I didn't think I had any chance getting this internship my freshman year but my brother said just do it and an you may get it. If you don't do anything then you won't get anything. Also work as a yes-man you will go further trying to tackle more items then being a one hat kind of worker.
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Statistics Quality Engineering and Systems Intern
May - August 2019 • Lynchburg, VA
What I liked
I was given a lot of freedom to explore the work I was interested and was surrounded by supportive, caring coworkers.
What I wish was different
I wish the summer was more structured with a cohesive project.
Advice
Take it into your own hands to guarantee you never fall stagnant.
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Manufacturing Engineering Intern
June - August 2018 • Mount Vernon, IN
What I liked
Great company with great opportunities. Also a lot of great people.
What I wish was different
Would not change a thing
Advice
You keep busy and get to see a lot of cool things
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Facilities Maintenance Worker
May - August 2018 • Lynchburg, VA
What I liked
The employees at BWXT were all very amicable and a pleasure to work with.
